Cat's Claw
(Uncaria tomentosa)
Traditional Amazonian vine supplement with limited evidence for immune and anti-inflammatory support.
Cat’s Claw (Uncaria tomentosa) is an Amazon rainforest vine used in traditional medicine. It contains alkaloids and other phytochemicals believed to have anti-inflammatory and immune-modulating effects, but clinical evidence is modest and safety caution is warranted.
Small clinical trials suggest some benefit for osteoarthritis and immune function, but robust evidence from large-scale studies is lacking.
May support immune function
LimitedLimited studies suggest Cat’s Claw can stimulate certain immune responses, possibly improving resistance to infections.
Potential anti-inflammatory effects
LimitedSome evidence from small randomized controlled trials indicates Cat’s Claw may help reduce pain and swelling in osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis.
Mild antioxidant properties
LimitedContains compounds that may neutralize free radicals and contribute to cellular protection, but clinical impact is unclear.
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